Anyone requiring a redirect are scammers. Google phone number is fine, its what I use for C/L as a seller. Its the rest of the story that is a scam.

My scam prevention right now on C/L is simple, I ask for a name and zip code on any response. Scammers use automated responses, and don't actually read your ad so they can't answer questions.

I use this sentence in any of my ads: "Name and zip code on any reply to make sure you are real and not one of those scammers that are killing Craigs List right now."



On google phone, I really like it! First, it automatically screens your calls. Secondly, any messages get converted to text and sent to your email. Third, it gives you a local phone number. People that have moved a lot over the years often have a phone number that is not local to their current location. So with google phone, I can pick a local number that is forwarded to my cell phone.

All of this and it is free.